The pilot for "Bizarre", originally developed for ABC, was taped at CBS Television City in Hollywood. The special aired on ABC March 20, 1979. Ultimately ABC decided not to continue with the project. Production moved to Canada, maintaining a mostly American cast, John Byner was installed as host.

Sketches include a couple dealing with secrets just before marriage, Super Dave in New Mexico to do a stunt involving arrows being shot at him, a very sensitive airport metal screener, a commentary by John Byner on nuclear power, a vampire visiting a doctor sketch that evolves into celebrity impersonations and a husband thinking his wife is unfaithful with good cause.